A Naish kite combines its own design choices, such as the profile, the bridle and the inflation system, with materials from specialist manufacturers like Teijin and Aluula. Which technology you get mainly depends on the line: the standard version, the [Q]Series or NVision. These are the key technologies.

[Q]Series: Teijin materials and Quad-Tex
Naish introduced the [Q]Series with the 2025 Pivot. According to Naish's kite designer, the Q stands for Quality, and the leading edge, struts and canopy use Teijin materials only. The canopy is made of Quad-Tex, a ripstop that Naish calls the strongest and stiffest kite canopy material on the market. It holds its shape under load, so your kite's profile stays taut for longer. On the latest Pivot [Q]Series and the Hunt, Naish combines a stiff 160 gsm Dacron in the centre of the leading edge with a lighter 140 gsm Dacron and more flexible struts. That gives stiffness where it's needed and a lighter, faster steering feel.

NVision: an Aluula frame
NVision is Naish's high-end line. The Pivot NVision has an Aluula Gold GC82 frame in the leading edge and struts, combined with a 4x4 Quad-Tex canopy. Aluula is a light, stiff composite made without adhesives. That makes an NVision kite lighter and more responsive than the [Q]Series version. The Psycho NVision also has an Aluula frame, the Helium Frame, and flies without pulleys in the bridle. You'll find more kites with this material in the Aluula kites.

Standard Pivot: TechnoForce D2
The standard Pivot has a 2x2 TechnoForce D2 canopy and a Teijin Dacron leading edge. According to Naish, this gives it slightly softer, more controllable steering than the Pivot [Q]Series, and makes it more accessible and forgiving than the NVision. It's the best-value Pivot in the line.

SureLock valve and One-Point Inflation
You inflate a Naish kite from a single point. The SureLock valve is a flush valve that the pump hose locks onto with a twist, and with the One-Point Inflation System, small hoses run from the leading edge to the struts. That means your kite is ready to go quickly and deflates just as fast after your session. Older Naish kites often still have the Octopus one-pump system. Which parts go with which valve is explained on our Naish spare parts page.

Bladder Cap and Swift Tips
The wingtip bladder with Bladder Cap Construction is designed to handle higher leading-edge pressure. According to Naish, the Swift Tips are 30 per cent stronger yet lighter than previous wingtip constructions. Naish also uses its own seam constructions, such as the Profile Lock Seam and a diagonal load seam, plus TPU bumpers on the struts to protect against abrasion on the beach.

Bridle: tune the power yourself
On the Pivot, the Pivot [Q]Series and the Hunt, you can set the bridle for light or strong wind. That way, you adjust your kite's character to the conditions or to your own preference. The latest kites have SK99 bridle lines, a strong Dyneema fibre. The Psycho [Q]Series has a six-point bridle for fast, direct and stable drive.

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Naish has a dedicated kite for every discipline. Some names, like the Torch, the Pivot and the Boxer, have been around for years. Other models made way for a successor or returned in a new form. Below you'll find what sets each Naish kite apart, from the models in the range to older models you may still come across as previous-season or second-hand kites. You can see which models and sizes are currently available in the overview above. Our team are kiters themselves, so if you're unsure which kite or size suits you, just ask us for advice.

Naish Pivot
The Naish Pivot is the brand's best-known kite: a three-strut kite you can use for freeride, big air, waves and foiling. In its early years, the focus was mainly on big air, and Kevin Langeree won King of the Air twice on it. Later, the Pivot grew into a true all-rounder. Naish releases it in several versions: a standard version that is stable, forgiving and accessible, a [Q]Series version as the versatile middle ground, and an NVision version with an Aluula frame, for riders who ride hard and want to get the most out of their kite. Naish has also released light wind versions in large sizes and limited editions with a unique, digitally printed canopy.

Naish Psycho
The Naish Psycho is Naish's big air kite. According to Naish's designer, they put 100 per cent big air performance into it. It's a five-strut kite with a high aspect ratio and fast, efficient profiles. Even so, the profile is forgiving: you don't have to pilot it perfectly to land softly. The Psycho also comes in several versions, including a lighter NVision version.

Naish Torch
Since 2004, the Naish Torch has been Naish's C-kite and one of the best-known performance C-kites in the sport. It's built for pure freestyle and unhooked riding, and it also opens the door to park riding. Riders including Jesse Richman and Kevin Langeree became King of the Air on the Torch. Some versions, such as the Torch ESP, had five struts, five lines and direct attachments without a bridle. The ESP setting moved the front line to a different pigtail to give you more depower.

Naish Boxer
The Naish Boxer is Naish's one-strut kite, made to get the most out of light wind. It was originally designed for foiling, and the smaller sizes are specifically tuned for it. It also works well in light wind in the waves and for freeride. For the Boxer, Naish lists separate wind ranges for foil and for twin tip or surfboard. You'll find more options in the light wind kites.

Naish Slash and Hunt
For the waves, Naish has a dedicated wave kite. For years, that was the Slash: a three-strut kite with a thin leading edge, built for wave riding and strapless kitesurfing, for riders who already ride strapless or want to learn wave riding. In newer collections, the Hunt is Naish's wave kite, made for riders hunting the best sections and barrels, and for freeriders who value feel over raw power. With its light, fast steering and adjustable bridle, you can tune the power to the wind.

Naish Dash
The Naish Dash was a fast, powerful kite for freestyle and freeride, aimed at experienced kiters who push their limits. Some versions had a C-shape, which made them turn quickly, and there was also a Dash LE with an all-black canopy and Naish's skull logo. Later versions had a pulley-less bridle and a Quad-Tex canopy.

Naish Ride and Triad
For beginners and progressing kiters, Naish had the Ride, an all-round freeride kite. Its successor was the Triad, a three-strut all-round kite that Naish described as much more than an evolution of the Ride. The Triad won The Kite Mag's All Round Freeride category.

Naish Park
The Naish Park was a three-strut kite that, according to Naish, could do it all, for any rider, any style and any conditions. Looking for an older Park or Pivot? Ask us and we'll tell you what changed between the versions.

Trainer kites
For your first steering practice on the beach, Naish also makes small trainer kites, such as the Xeon. You'll find more trainer kites in the power kites.

About versions and model years
Naish updates its kites per collection, but not every model gets an update every year, and names and versions sometimes change. For example, the Triad followed the Ride, and many models exist side by side as a standard version, [Q]Series and NVision. Naish also uses season codes, such as S25 for the 2020 collection, and you'll see codes like S26 and S27 in the names of kites and parts. A kite can also carry the following season's year. Looking for a model that's no longer in the latest collection? Kitemana often still has a previous model year. Unsure what changed from year to year? Just ask us. You'll find spare parts for your Naish kite in the Naish kite spare parts.

You're a beginner
As a beginner, you want a kite that flies stably, reacts predictably and forgives your mistakes. In the current range, that's the standard Pivot: according to Naish, it's stable, forgiving and accessible, and the best-value kite in the Pivot line. Looking for a previous-season or second-hand kite? Then the Triad is a good choice, as Naish designed it specifically for beginners and progressing kiters. Starting from scratch? Then also take a look at a Naish kiteboarding set with kite, bar and board in one.

You want one kite for everything
Want to freeride, jump, ride waves and foil with one kite? Then the Pivot is the obvious choice. Unsure between the versions? The standard Pivot steers slightly softer and is the most forgiving. The Pivot [Q]Series is the versatile middle ground with Quad-Tex and Teijin materials. The Pivot NVision, with its Aluula frame, is the lightest and most direct, for riders who ride hard. You'll find the matching board in the Naish kiteboards.

You want to jump as high as possible
For big air, the Psycho is the kite Naish builds specifically for the job. The Psycho [Q]Series has a forgiving profile, so you land softly even while you're still progressing in big air, and the Psycho NVision is the lightest version, with an Aluula frame. Want to jump but also ride other disciplines? Then the Pivot is a good choice. Naish rider Stig Hoefnagel uses the Pivot as his all-rounder and grabs the Psycho for the most extreme conditions.

You ride freestyle or in the park
Do you ride unhooked a lot, do technical tricks or hit the park? Then the Torch is your kite. As a C-kite, it steers precisely and is built for pure freestyle. Pair it with the Zero2 bar, which Naish equips specifically for tricks (see below).

You love riding waves
In the waves, you want a kite that steers lightly and gives you room to surf the wave. The Hunt is made for that, with light, fast steering and an adjustable bridle. If you also ride a lot of twin tip, the Pivot is a great alternative.

You foil or often ride in light wind
Do you foil a lot or often ride in light wind? Then take a look at the Boxer. As a one-strut kite, it's made to get the most out of light wind, and the smaller sizes are specifically tuned for foiling. Want to get on the water with a twin tip in light wind? The 17 m Pivot [Q]Series LW is made for freeride between 8 and 15 knots. According to Naish, it flies further forward in the wind window than the Boxer, has more depower and jumps better. You'll find more options in the light wind kites.

Which size should you choose?
The right size depends on your weight, the wind you usually ride in and the model. Naish lists a wind range per size, and the wind range tool on Naish's website assumes a 75 kg rider by default. For example, a 9 m Pivot [Q]Series flies in roughly 15 to 30 knots and a 12 m in 12 to 24 knots. A 9 m Psycho [Q]Series covers 18 to 34 knots, and a 9 m Boxer flies on a foil from as little as 9 knots. If you're heavier, go a size up or expect to need a bit more wind. If you're lighter, you can go smaller. Unsure about the model or size? Our team are kiters themselves and are happy to help. Email, WhatsApp or call us.

For current Naish kites, you can choose from four bars: the Torque 3, the Sync Bar, the Sense and the Zero2. Each bar suits its own riding style. The Torque 3 and the Sync Bar come in 50 and 55 cm, the Sense in 55 cm and the Zero2 in 50 cm. As a rule, choose the 50 cm bar for smaller kites and faster steering, and the 55 cm bar for bigger kites. Your bar largely determines how your kite feels: it translates your steering input to the kite, controls your power and is your safety system when things go wrong.

The Naish Torque 3. According to Naish, the Torque 3 is designed for kiters of all levels. You fly it on 22 m TLS 400 lines with a 2 m extension, and it has the One Click quick release. For an even more direct kite feel, you can optionally add a fifth line.

The Naish Sync Bar. The Sync Bar has pre-stretched SKS99 lines of 22 m with an optional 2 m extension, and the One-Click quick release, which Naish calls the smallest quick release on the market. The Auto Swivel below the bar keeps your front lines free of twists, even after a relaunch or a kiteloop. That makes it great for big air and riders who loop a lot.

The Naish Sense. The Sense has 24 m lines and the Torque 1 quick release. Note that the Sense comes without a leash, so make sure you have a suitable kite leash.

The Naish Zero2. The Zero2 is a 50 cm carbon bar with 20 m lines plus a 2 m extension. There's no cleat above the bar, for as little weight and as direct a feel as possible, and the grips on the leader lines are perfectly placed for back stalls and other tricks. The quick release is a stainless steel snap shackle, and a short 50 cm Zero leash is included. That makes the Zero2 the bar for freestyle and park, for example with a Torch.

Browse all Naish bars or choose a complete Naish kiteboarding set. You'll find spare parts for your bar in the Naish bar spare parts.